The main difference between AM (amplitude modulation) and DSBSC (double-sideband suppressed carrier) waveforms is that AM carries information in the amplitude of the carrier wave, while DSBSC carries information in the sidebands on either side of the carrier wave.
AM waveforms require a wider bandwidth to transmit information, as the entire carrier wave is modulated. DSBSC waveforms, on the other hand, only require half of the bandwidth as the carrier wave is suppressed.
AM waveforms are more susceptible to noise interference, as any noise added to the carrier wave will directly affect the transmitted signal. DSBSC waveforms, with their suppressed carrier, are less affected by noise interference.
The receiver circuits for AM and DSBSC waveforms differ in terms of demodulation techniques. AM receivers use a diode detector to extract the original signal, while DSBSC receivers use a product detector to demodulate the signal.
AM waveforms are more commonly used in communication systems, as they are simpler to implement and require less complex receiver circuits. DSBSC waveforms are typically used in applications where bandwidth efficiency is crucial, such as in radio and television broadcasting.